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We are hiring Engineers! Come Join us! Quest Defense is an organization at the forefront of innovation and one of the world’s fastest growing engineering services firms with deep domain knowledge and recognized expertise in the top OEMs across seven industries. We are part of a twenty-five-year-old company on a journey to becoming a centenary one, driven by aspiration, hunger and humility.

As a team of remarkably diverse engineers, we recognize that what we are really engineering is a brighter future for us all. If you want to contribute to meaningful work and be part of an organization that truly believes when you win, we all win, and when you fail, we all learn, then we’re eager to hear from you.

The achievers and courageous challenge-crushers we seek, have the following characteristics and skills:

The Role
Selected candidate must possess substantial experience with structural analysis techniques for aircraft primary structural details, assemblies, and installations utilizing both metallic and composite materials. Stress analyst must have the ability to generate sizing solutions using classical methods and using the latest computer tools to support initial sizing of airframe structures. This would include the ability to analyze composite and metallic joints using conventional fastening methods. Analyst must have a practical perspective in producing solutions when all of the design information is not available or complete. Structural analysts will be expected to work independently in support of the development of advanced assembly techniques in collaboration with design, manufacturing, materials and processes, and other stakeholders.
The successful candidate will draw upon their experience to aid in the analysis of aircraft primary structure. Collaboration and a forward thinking approach are important to ensure we remain the supplier of choice for our customers. You will also be the face of Quest Defense to your customers. Through listening to customer challenges, and building on your previous experiences, you will find creative approaches that will solve their most difficult engineering problems.

Potential Job Functions
The essential description of the role is working with a major defense contractor on aircraft structures, and owning the design and/or structural analysis of a component.

• Support technical substantiation using FEA analysis
• Contribute and present in technical and program reviews
• Design and Analysis using CAE tools (NX, Nastran/Patran, ANSYS Classic, ANSYS workbench)
• Direct interface with other internal/external engineering areas
• Apply technical principles, theories, and concepts to solve a wide range of challenging engineering problems.
• This position description is not intended to be all-inclusive and employee will also perform other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications
We’re excited to talk to you if your qualifications meet the following criteria:

• Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university with a minimum of 3 years’ experience to include a background in aerospace structural analysis or Master’s Degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university and 1 years’ experience to include a background in aerospace structural analysis
• Expertise with aero structures is desired
• Geometry and mesh preparation
• Model setup and analysis
• Post-process and prepare high-quality presentations of results
• Document all work according to customer requirements
• Prepare and present reports on findings
• Strength, fatigue, and durability properties
• Materials, processes, and part standards
• Experience with UG NX, Nastran/Patran, ANSYS (Classic or workbench)
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines, work under time constraints, maintain composure and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Ability to interact with employees/managers at all levels with strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment
• Like to work in a fast paced, creative environment
• Airframe experience with Advanced Composite Materials is a plus
• Enjoy people and dynamic teams with diverse experiences. We have fun together!
• Must have an active DoD Secret clearance (or higher) that is in-scope (granted or renewed within the last 6 years)
• Must be able to attain and maintain Special Program Access (PAR/SAP), prior to the commencement of employment

Physical Requirements &Work Environment

• Office environment
• Substantial amounts of telephone and computer work
• Heavily regulated industries with strict adherence to procedures
• Flexibility to meet business deadlines by staying late or arriving early
• Ability to use personal transportation to visit customer locations or Quest office(s)
• Periodic travel to customer locations may be required

Due to nature of work, DoD Clearance required

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $85,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Hartford, CT 06105: Reliably commute or willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (Required)

Experience:

• FEA: 2 years (Required)

Security clearance:

• Secret (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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